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One Hip Year: City’s flagship arena exceeds budget targets

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SMG, the company that manages the city-owned Rogers K-Rock Centre, says it expects net operating income of about $757,000 in 2016. That's slightly higher than the private arena management company's $700,000 annual financial guarantee that is promised to city coffers.

The profit target is based on projected revenues of nearly $3 million compared with projected expenses $2.2 million this year.

Overall event revenues are projected to be 18.8-percent higher for 2016 than budgeted, with a projected total of 108 events and total attendance of 253,930. SMG lists several reasons for the spike in profits and attendance; -the Kingston Frontenacs strong 2015-2016 season resulted in more home playoff games, -concerts throughout the year including Jason Aldean, Santana and James Taylor exceeded budget expectations, -The Tragically Hip celebration brought unprecedented attention to the venue and the City of Kingston, -strong suite and club seat sales.

"For all of the events that have been or will ever be presented at Rogers K-Rock Centre, the significance and national impact of The Tragically Hip August 20th concert likely will never be matched," arena general manager Lynn Carlotto told council Dec. 6.

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K-Rock Centre exceeds budget targets The Hip's memorable performance - the final stop of the band's Man Machine Poem tour - was also watched by 25,000 spectators on a giant screen at Market Square and millions at home.

It highlighted a "bullish concert season," according to SMG. "Combined with the return of Monster Spectacular,

Cheerleading, WWE Live and Cirque du Soleil, 2016 is proving to be a year that has an event for every fan," said SMG's year-end report.

Arena officials appeared before city council to unveil their 2017 budget outlook, which projects lower revenues than 2016. They are forecasting net operating income of $607,000 next year, even though they're still obligated to give the city at least

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$700,000. The figure is based on a variety of trends such as the size of typical events, number of ticket buyers, arena energy costs, and the foreign exchange rate for international artists.

SMG officials are predicting 114 event bookings, slightly more than this year, but say the downtown arena is unlikely to score the same type of high profile, moneymaking concerts like The Tragically Hip or Jason Aldean.

They are trying to tap into the rising trend of video game-related conventions, fan expos, trade shows and competitions. "eSports are continuing to grow worldwide and such events in Canada are beginning to become more common," said SMG's annual business plan.

Coun. Richard Allen questioned SMG about efforts to prevent ticket-bot sites from scooping up tickets and reselling them at inflated prices, such as what fans complained about in advance of the Hip concert.

Carlotto says it remains

a problem in the concert industry, but says they are working with their ticket seller, Ticketmaster, to control the problem. "Ticketmaster is working diligently to combat the bots," she assured council.

Venue operators say they're also working to improve the taste bud experience of spectators with a new list of menu and beverage offerings. "The most

ies, Gourmet Cheese Melts, a Hot Hot Hot Dog and 'Smore Cookies.

Carlotto says they will also be ramping up branding and promotional events next year to celebrate the arena's 10th anniversary in February 2018.

"To create an atmosphere of celebration around this important date."

Council voted 11-2 to endorse SMG's 2017 business plan.

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New course set for Alexander Henry to home port in Thunder Bay

BY BILL HUTCHINS

News - The orphaned Alexander Henry ship may have found a new home in Thunder Bay. City councillors voted unanimously Dec. 6 to float up to $50,000 to pay some of the relocation costs of towing the retired coast guard icebreaker to the Lake Superior city for another museum to use as an attraction.

"I think it gets Kingston off the hook for a pretty major expense.

It solves a final home and resting place problem for the museum," said Chris West, chair of the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes, the ship's owner.

The Alexander Henry remains temporarily moored at a port near Glenora in Prince Edward County after the museum was evicted from its long-time home at 55 Ontario Street last summer. The ship had to leave the historic Kingston Dry Dock, while the other museum artefacts were moved into Portsmouth Olympic Harbour.

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At the time, councillors directed staff to partner with the non-profit museum to explore two future options for the ship; scrap it or sink it as an artificial dive reef in Lake Ontario.

However, an unexpected third option recently surfaced when the Lakehead Transportation Museum Society (LTMS), a newly-formed non-profit organization, expressed interest in acquiring the ship. The museum would showcase transportation artefacts based on Thunder Bay's role as a hub for commercial shipping, rail and trucking. The Alexander Henry was, fittingly, constructed in Thunder Bay in the late 1950s.

"According to the Chair of the LTMS, the Thunder Bay community has fond memories of the Alexander Henry, where it was built in 1959 and performed many years of icebreaking duties before being retired at the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes in 1985," said a report by community services commissioner Lanie Hurdle.

The museum group says it has already secured dock space in Thunder Bay, and envisions using the ship as major attraction and possible Bed & Breakfast, both similar to its role in Kingston.

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about $250,000. Of that, the City of Kingston would chip in $50,000, while the future owners plan to launch a fundraising campaign, seek grants and other revenue sources. But there's no guarantee they'll be able to finance the relocation. But if funding can't be secured, Kingston city officials say they'll revisit the original two options.

"We're very confident they're going to find the money and make it happen, and if we can kick-start that here all the better," West explained.

Councillors will also make a one-time payment of $40,700 to cover the museum's property taxes for the final eight months that it operated out of 55 Ontario Street.

The grant payment is reduced to about $24,000 after HST and charity rebates.

Meanwhile, the Marine Museum says it remains committed to acquiring another ship once it finds a long-term waterfront home. Its current leased space in city-owned Portsmouth Olympic Harbour is considered temporary.

"We must have a museum ship.

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"We are helping to preserve a really iconic ship instead of sending it off to a scrapyard. This vessel goes to a port that wants it.

City staff agree it's a more affordable option for taxpayers compared with the sink or scrap options.

The estimated cost to prepare the Alexander Henry for reefing is more than $422,000, including the cost to tow it to a site in the lake for sinking.

City officials say scrapping the nearly 50 year old ship wouldn't be much cheaper. It would cost $326,000 to turn the ship over to Doornekamp Construction/ Drew Harrison to handle the disposal work. Of that figure, council had already committed $163,000 with the Marine Museum paying the other half.

"This might very well be the least costly for the city," added Hurdle of the Thunder Bay option.

But getting the ship from Lake Ontario to Lake Superior - the most easterly point of one Great Lake to the most northerly point of another - is no small feat.

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Kingston Police and students pair up for 'Shop With A Cop' event

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The Cataraqui Centre was likely the safest mall in the nation on Wednesday, Dec. 7, as Kingston Police, in partnership with the Cataraqui Centre, held the second annual 'Shop with a Cop event, which pairs officers with young children to spend a $200 gift certificate for their families.

About two dozen Kingston Police officers donned perfectly dignified Santa hats and took part in the event, which connects students and

police officers for a shopping experience at the mall, providing the opportunity for deserving youth from the Kingston area to receive a gift card to purchase holiday season presents for family members.

Students were able to participate by submitting a written response to the Shop with a Cop program, answering the question "What Makes Kingston Awesome?"

Kingston Police officers picked up the chosen students on Wednesday morning at their respective schools, and then spent part of the

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morning having Tim Hortons breakfast and getting to know the police officer buddies they were paired up with. After some photos in Santa's workshop, students were then given their gift cards and began their shopping adventure. After a few hours of fast-paced shopping action, students were returned to their schools for the remainder of the afternoon.

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News - Veteran city councillor Jim Neill admits he may have violated council's Code of Conduct over recent statements he made at a community meeting.

He has now apologized for comments that were aimed at senior city staff. "I regret that some people thought I was questioning the integrity of certain senior staff and that wasn't my intent."

At a Nov. 23 meeting of Kingston coalition groups, attended mostly by citizens, Coun. Neill used the open mic portion of the meeting to lay out his concerns about transparency and public consultation. He told the crowd: "Transparency and open government - council has given that direction to staff. I don't think our senior staff have ever bought into that concept. It's only been lip service."

Those comments later landed the Williamsville district councillor in hot water with Mayor Bryan Paterson.

"It spoke to motive," the mayor stated. "We have a Code of Conduct - the same code that asks us to avoid conflict

of interest also very specifically instructs council not to impugn the integrity or question the motive of staff."

Coun. Neill drafted a formal 'letter of regret,' which he read into the municipal record at the end of the Dec. 6 council meeting. "Recent events have led to some frustration on my part," he explained.

However, he won't apologize for the frustration he shares with constituents over the city's handling of public consultation to redevelop the former school property at 671 Brock Street.

"It's a letter of regret. I don't apologize for being frustrated.

I apologize that the things I said people misconstrued as me questioning their ethics," he later told reporters.

Coun. Neill has been an open critic of the city's handling of several contentious municipal issues, suggesting the city may be more focused on public relations than public consultation.

"I believe there are times when that's the case," he reasserted.

Mayor Paterson says he met with Coun. Neill in advance of the letter to stress the Code of Conduct

behaviour of elected officials.

"We had a conversation and we both agreed a public statement was the best way to clear the air on that, and that he expressed regret for questioning of staff motives."

The mayor says councillors need to be careful about questioning senior staff. "It's fine to express opinions and desires for changes moving forward, and to ask staff questions, but not to question their motives or integrity."

With the apology behind him, Coun. Neill says the city needs to do a better job of listening and engaging the public.

"My intent was to point out that we aren't making progress on that and there have been specific cases where we haven't

done the consultation that was promised."

The apology is the latest in a trend that speaks to how the city is communicating with the public, listening to their concerns, or having citizen concerns reflected in documents given to council.

There have been two integrity commissioner investigations, OMB appeals launched over the IN8 hi-rise development, questions about the process to redevelop 671 Brock Street and, now, Neill's apology.

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‘Bigger and better’ Kingston Penitentiary tours in 2017

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News - The announcement that tours of Kingston Penitentiary will occur again in 2017 is good news for those who have yet to see inside the walls of the historic prison - and for those who have.

The partnership between the City of Kingston, the St. Lawrence Parks Commission and Correctional Service Canada (CSC) will continue in the new year, the organizations announced on Monday, Dec. 5.

Following the successful model that saw 60,000 people tour the renowned Canadian landmark, the plan is to increase the tours, in volume, length of season, and the amount of the Penitentiary visitors get to see, said Darren Dalgleish, general manager and CEO of St. Lawrence Parks Commission.

"Next year, we expect it'll be two-to-three times as big, in terms of volume, so we could see anywhere from 120,000 220,000 people come through the penitentiary," he said, noting that the tours should begin in May of 2017, and carry on through the end of October.

"We've been granted permission to expand the scope of the tours, as well, so we will be adding areas of the prison that have not been available in past tours - a more premium experience, and more fulsome experience."

The announcement was made at Canada's Penitentiary Museum here in Kingston, with Mayor Bryan Patterson being the first to officially announce the news.

"I don't think that there's any doubt that 2016 was one of the biggest years for tourism that this city has ever had, and, of course, a key part of that was the partnership between the Correctional Service Canada, the St. Lawrence Parks Commission and the City of Kingston to open Kingston Penitentiary for tours," he said, noting that the success of the 2016 tours resulted in over $5 million in economic benefits, and the ability to raise over $300,000 for the local United Way, which will continue to receive funds through the tours in 2017.

"And so, for that reason, today I am thrilled to announce that the Kingston Penitentiary tours will be re-launched for the

2017 tourist season."

The tours were a valuable asset to Kingston's tourism industry in 2016, and increasing the number of tours available is certain to continue that trend, Dalgliesh explained.

"Did you know more people came [on the tours] from the GTA than were Kingstonians? That is what tourism is all about! That's how it has the compounding effect in a municipality or in a region," he said, adding that there is far more planning time for the tours this time around. Together, the City, St. Lawrence Parks Commission and CSC only had three weeks to plan the 2016 tours.

"We have some planning time, and it's expected to double or triple the volume of visitors, and if we're fortunate to see the same dynamics, 70 per cent of these folks will come from outside of our region and spend more time in Kingston," said Dalgleish.

"If our math works, and if last year is any indication with 300,000 concurrent web-users trying to buy 30,000 tickets, then we're hopeful and we expect that the United Way contribution should grow in a

commensurate manner to the volume we've just described."

Bhavana Varma, president and CEO of United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington expressed gratitude on behalf of her organization, as well as the agencies it supports and the families that, in turn, receive the help they need.

"This money is going to work right away. Our board has committed to investing it in youth programs," said Varma of the funding the local United Way received through the 2016 tours.

"I'm not sure if you're aware, but youth in Kingston have a higher rate of risk, and we want to do what we can to prevent further crisis and interventions. We have a higher number of youth who are homeless than most communities across Canada, we have a higher number of youth at risk for substance abuse and addictions, and this money will go directly to pilot programs to help with family conflict, to help kids with mental health issues, to help kids in our community be contributing citizens of the

Mayor Bryan Paterson announcing 2017 Pen tours on Tori Stafford/Metroland Dec. 5 future, and that's what we're really proud of."

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EDITORIAL Christmas is a bit creepy sometimes‌ I enjoy Christmas, I really do.

I love Christmas songs (most of them), I love decorating and baking and watching cheesy Christmas movies, but there are aspects of Christmas that I find extremely creepy.

Take Santa for example; this jolly man in red watches kids throughout the year to determine whether they are naughty and nice.

And according to the songs he ‘sees you when you’re sleeping and knows when you’re awake’, does anyone else find that incredibly unnerving?

I know that it is simply a way to ensure that kids are good throughout the year, but for me, it seems a bit drastic. I remember Christmas shopping a few years ago and seeing a small child screaming in Walmart. The mother simply looked at the child and said “Santa’s watching you,� and the child immediately stopped. I guess Santa is effective in that way, but

also a bit scary, no?

In line with Santa is the Elf on a Shelf. I know that this tradition has been around for a while now, thankfully it wasn’t popular when I was a child, but it creeps me out almost as much as Santa. They are essentially Santa’s spies and to make matters worse, kids can’t even touch them because they will lose their magical powers. This whole concept is so odd to me. We are teaching our children that they are constantly under surveillance. Is that really what we want?

Maybe all of this doesn’t translate to how kids feel about Santa and I am sure they don’t think about Santa very much, but maybe they do and maybe that is why so many small children freak out about mall Santa’s.

I realize all of this sounds very cynical, but as I get older and think about having kids of my own I wonder what I will do when it comes to Santa. I know that the man in red is a Christmas tradition,

but how do parents justify it each year?

Finding out that Santa wasn’t real didn’t upset me as a child. I simply figured out that Santa’s writing looked a lot like the Easter Bunny’s and both looked an awful lot like my father’s. I’m not sure what age that was, but my parents didn’t really fight me on it and we all just accepted it.

Korey had a different experience and remembers defending the realness of Santa to his friends because he believed his parents would never lie to him about that.

He was really upset when he found out about Santa.

I understand this situation must be hard for parents, but isn’t there a way to celebrate Christmas and not lie to kids? Can’t we just present Santa as a symbol of Christmas and not as someone who is constantly watching kids and surveilling them?

That seems to make more sense to me.

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Under the OPP billing model, base services policing costs are allocated among municipalities based on their property count. The property count is comprised of household, commercial and industrial properties, which does include most wind turbines.

The cost of an additional property, such as a wind turbine, is $191.84 per property in 2017 and since that cost per property has been decreasing, the municipality of Frontenac Islands estimated cost for wind turbines is decreasing too (from $12,231 in 2015 to $11,970 in 2016 and to $11,894 in 2017). In addition, should a property contain multiple wind turbines it will be counted as one property count.

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Kingston Heritage - Thursday, December 15, 2016

In Our Opinion

Christmas: Unplugged The holidays call for plugging in of all sorts: the lights, the tree, the festive ornaments around the house and even the crockpot full of warm apple cider all require plugging in those cables that make them what they are. But the most important part of the season is one that requires unplugging: conversation.

If you are lucky enough to be surrounded by family and friends over the holidays, consider turning off the distractions that plague our dayto-day – the handheld devices that call for our attention unnecessarily and interrupt the peace and joy this season can bring. Whether it’s your iWatch vibrating to let you know you have a message awaiting you somewhere out in cyberspace, or it’s the incessant ‘ping’ of notifications coming from your cellphone, these diversions have no place around the family dinner table, nor around the tree as you and yours try to rest off the belly full of turkey.

Perhaps more than any other time of year, Christmas is a time to enjoy the people you love, and give your undivided attention to doing so. You can’t know your Aunt needs a hand in the kitchen if you’re nose deep in debate on Facebook; you might miss out on sneaking a cookie or two with your cousins if you’re watching movie trailers on your tablet; and the little ones won’t get to experience the organic pleasure of listening to Grandpa tell stories of the ‘good old days’ if they’re busy catching nonexistent Pokemons. No wonder he calls them ‘the good old days’ if that is what modern family time looks like!

Think of it this way: When you recall your favourite memories of Christmases past, how many of them involve a smart phone or iPad (apart from when they’re found inside a present marked for you)?

If there is only one gift you give your family and friends this year, let it be your undivided attention. After all, the season comes but once a year – and your phone can be in your hand or face any time.

Consider placing a large basket or box by the front door where guests can stow their devices for later, and welcome in the all-to-uncommon practice of conversation over a holiday beverage or a feast unlike any other. In this day and age, maybe the best way to enjoy those times shared with the ones we love – the best way to truly plug in – is to unplug.

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Seven things you should know about the City of Kingston’s priority list Comment- Kingston city councillors have just reached the halfway point of their four year term.

And, a new report is charting how well they're doing at implementing the long list of strategic priorities they created in the spring of 2015. CAO Gerard Hunt laid out the progress in a 47-page report to council Dec. 6. It's a long todo list for any municipality to accomplish, and some of it is dependent on the will (and grants) of senior governments. Here's a look at the status of some of the goals.

1. Create smart economy This was a cornerstone theme of Mayor Bryan Paterson's election campaign. In June 2015, council approved a five-year pilot project to create a small business accelerator program at the former Portsmouth Town Hall. The city will host The Breakout Event next May, a first-of-itskind event that's expected to attract thousands of people to showcase entrepreneurial and creative ideas. The city is also working to provide free WiFi services in all municipal facilities in next year or two. Cultivating remains a work in progress.

2. Implement city-wide tourism strategy Great strides have been made on this file, especially in 2016, although City Hall may not claim sole credit for all of it. Community partner organizations, including KAP, have developed a unified tourism "brand" along with a series of products and services that capitalize on Kingston's history and heritage. The creation of a Film Commission office is designed to attract more television and film productions to the city. Fort Henry has launched Lumina Borealis, which has the potential to become an annual wintertime attraction.

Correctional Services Canada gave permission to open Kingston Penitentiary to 60,000 visitors in 2016 with another season of longer tours slated for 2017. And, the city gets top marks for successfully organizing The Tragically Hip's memorable homecoming concert last August.

3. Increase assessment growth to limit tax rate increases

This remains a daunting task for staff and councillors, who continue to rely on the tried and true method of more property taxation to cover higher spending. Tax rates have become predictable in recent years - with 2.5 percent average increases - but the cumulative impact of adding $80 to everyone's tax bill year after year causes homeowner hardship. New home construction permits are lagging behind 2015 values. The city points to mounting appeals to the OMB for slowing residential building growth. The city's manufacturing sector recently got a huge boost with a $225 million investment by a Chinese firm to produce infant formula at a new 300,000 square foot plant to open in Cataraqui Estates Business Park in 2019.

4. Invest in infrastructure Kingston is on VIA Rail's radar for its new high-speed dedicated track for passengers, along with recently announced $2 million in upgrades to the local VIA station. The city is also proceeding with a $16 million expansion of the runway and terminal at Norman Rogers Airport starting next summer. Efforts to make the 'third crossing' shovel ready will go to council with a raft of reports in the spring for a crucial vote on whether to build it, or not. The last leg of expanding John Counter Blvd., between Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd and Princess Street, is about to ramp up. Widening work

begins next spring, while construction of a bridge over the CN tracks will commence in mid-2018 and take two years to finish.

5. Create affordable, sustainable and mixed housing A 10 year Housing and Homelessness Plan is chipping away at reducing reliance on emergency shelters by getting vulnerable people into long-term housing. The first full year of implementation of the Housing First strategy showed a 12-percent decline in people using shelter beds compared to 2014. The city is also investing millions of dollars to purchase land for future affordable housing through partnerships with the private sector, while providing lower rent subsidies to create dozens of affordable units.

6. Advance multi-modal and active transportation The city is expanding the number of bicycle lanes, completing the last link of the K&P Trail downtown, providing free transit to all high school students, revamped its Cataraqui Centre bus transfer point with a similar upgrade planned for the downtown transfer hub, but has tapped the brakes on Kingston Transit's latest aggressive service expansion plan due to a lack of funds. Enhanced express ser-

vice will be rolled in longer phases to minimize the tax impact, but general fares are rising in January 2017.

7. Foster open government It's a very broad category, but those three words have prompted the formation of citizen coalition groups, petitions, OMB challenges, integrity investigations and ongoing criticism that Kingston is more interested public relations than public consultation on a range of topics from heritage preservation to hi-rises. This council faces an uphill battle to convince many citizens that it is actually listening and reflecting their concerns, rather than paying lip service in staff reports. (671 Brock Street and IN8 Condo are examples of community sore points). Community mistrust or frustration over council actions won't vanish overnight. However, the city will unveil a new public framework in early 2017 to 'inform, educate and engage' in a meaningful way.

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Newlyweds forgo the gifts, leave their community a warmer place

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When Cindy and Peter Nolan got engaged last March, they knew they wanted to do something special and selfless on their wedding day.

"We started talking about a date that we wanted to get married, and I said to him why don't we try to choose a time that we can somehow attach a charity to?" Cindy Nolan explains.

So they decided to get married on Nov. 26, and instead of having guests bring wedding gifts, the couple asked everyone to bring a snowsuit to donate to Corus Clothes for Kids, an annual campaign that works to ensure local children receive essential winter clothing.

Nolan says the decision to forgo gifts for themselves was a no-brainer for her and Peter - the only question was which charity they wanted to support.

"We kept going back and forth.

I'm also very attached to the Kingston Humane Society...We thought [Clothes for Kids] was one that would help the community at this time of year...There's just that residual feeling. You buy a snowsuit and it might only be new for a short period of time, but then they get passed on year after

year to other children and they're still in use."

It turned out the wedding guests loved the idea.

"They would call and say what kind of snowsuit are they looking for?," says Nolan, explaining that she would advise them based on whichever size was most needed at a particular time.

"Our friends and family were just so generous. Not that it mattered at all, but some people spent almost $200. They would bring the jacket, the snow pants, the matching jeans with the lining inside and then toques and mitts. It was just overwhelming."

They asked everyone to leave them under a Christmas tree set up during the reception at the Kingston Curling Club.

"It took us almost an hour to get them out of the car, and that was with a lot of helpers. They were heavy bags and we didn't want to lose track of everything."

As of Dec. 6, 84 snowsuits had been donated, and more were still coming in from friends who were unable to attend the wedding but still wanted to help.

"We don't even bring them home anymore, we just keep bringing them to the Frontenac Mall so they can be sent out."

So was it difficult to give up receiving gifts for themselves on their wedding day? Not really, says Nolan - the opportunity was simply too good to pass up.

"We just look at it as, at the end of the day when you leave this world, you want to know you've given something back and not just received. We wanted to make sure we gave back and this was our opportunity - we may never get it again. Certainly we won't get married again, but to have 140 people come to your house and bring a snowsuit, this was our one shot and we didn't want to miss it."

A couple of guests gave them cash with a note to go spend it on themselves. "I think we had about $190 and we gave it to the Partners in Mission Food Bank," Nolan says.

She notes that it feels amazing to have given back to the community in this way, and she's now inspired to do even more.

"There's this feeling of you don't want it to stop here. You want it to keep going somehow, you want to keep giving. And it's not for any accolades or kudos in any way, it's just to give selflessly. That's what it's about."

To learn more about Corus Clothes for Kids and how you can help, visit Cindy and Peter Nolan with the snowsuits for Clothes for Kids they rehttp://www.ckwstv.com/we-care/. ceived instead of wedding gifts. Hollie Pratt-Campbell/Metroland

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Local veteran receives honour for her service during WWII

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News – In the 1940s, Bea Corbett served her country and the Allied forces of the Second World War, deciphering codes in a secretive operation in the Canadian Pacific Northwest.

Over 70 years later, Corbett was honoured for her service, which aided the British Bletchley Park intelligence, when she was awarded the Bletchley Park Commemorative Badge on Monday, Dec. 5.

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Stationed at Gordon Head, Victoria, BC, Corbett served as a wire telegraph interpreter, attempting to break Japanese codes transmitted in a similar manner to Morse code, specifically the Japanese Kana code.

She was in her early 20s at the time, and among the women who chose to serve during the Second World War – a group Brunner referred to as being “a rare breed.”

“Bea is one of our treasures. The Wrens, some of their stories… you get them talking, and it’s incredible,” Brunner said with sincere admiration.

“They were a rare, rare type of woman in that age.”

Not so rare, however, that Bea was the lone Wren at the presentation. Her friends, Joyce Smith and Betty Schieck, were on hand to support their fellow Wren, with whom they worked to create the Navy Memorial Park here in Kingston. Smith and Schieck, now 92 and 94 respectively, are exemplary of the type of women Brunner referenced – the pair met in the 1940s and have been best friends ever since despite being stationed in different areas of the globe and consider each other the sisters they never had.

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Robert Brunner, commanding officer for HMCS Cataraqui, Corbett’s home base as a Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Service (WRCNS, or Wrens) veteran.

“Finally, the British government has seen fit to recognize that work now with a badge, and it’s for work in or associated with Bletchley Park, and the badge says ‘We also served,” Brunner said in his address, at which point Corbett interjected: “Oh! Good!” prompting laughter and a huge round of applause from Corbett’s family, friends and fellow naval service members in attendance.

“So, Bea, on behalf of the British government, but also on behalf of Canada, as well, I have the honour of presenting this to you,” Brunner continued.

“Thank you so much, for everything you’ve done, for England, for Canada, and for Cataraqui and the Navy. Congratulations.”

Corbett displayed contentment and gratification upon receiving the Badge, responding to Brunner’s announcing he would pin the badge on her lapel with spirit.

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But it was Corbett herself that took her moment in the spotlight with humble grace and the chance to remind people of the important part of history she lived and worked through.

“It reminds us all that these things happened and are important,” she said of the importance of such awards, smiling as her great-grandchildren played at her feet following the ceremony. Despite the length of time it took to be recognized for her contributions during WWII, the Bletchley Park Commemorative Badge was a much-appreciated honour, Corbett expressed.

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Vees come back with vengence, trounce Royals The Kingston Voyageurs exacted some revenge on the Markham Royals with a 2-0 win at the Invista Centre in Kingston on Thursday Dec.02, after dropping a 5-3 decision to the Royals in Markham Dec. 02.

Dorian Overland scored twice for the Vees in the second period with assists by Josh Leblanc (2) and Reid Russell (1).

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She hadn’t planned on travelling south this year, but no one knew that Hurricane Matthew was going to ravage the region at the beginning of October.

Leroux has been volunteering her time and sharing her skills in Haiti and Cuba for many years.

Her first visit to Cuba in 2000 was a missionary trip. While there, she started tutoring children. It wasn’t part of any long-term plan, but 16 years later and she’s still making the trek. This next one will be her 12th trip.

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“With Cuba, everyone is under complete control. It’s a Third World country where people are scared. It’s oppressive. In Haiti, it’s the opposite; there’s no control. It’s utter chaos.”

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“They work on the three E’s,” she said. “That’s environment, education and economics. North Americans can over-perceive the good we do, and our intentions can crush those we are supposed to be helping. We are dealing with an oppressed people who continue to be oppressed. I can be as clear as I want about wanting to be equal, but as a white woman, I have more power.”

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“I come under the leadership of the Haitian group,” she said. “They are efficient and effective. They are trusted. Every one of the people in Montreal has a full-time job, and it’s a labour of love for them. It’s through the passion of the heart that they serve their homeland. No one takes a salary. Every penny donated puts seeds in the ground, food in mouths and a roof over someone’s head in Haiti.”

Leroux has found that one of the most important things she can offer is logistical support.

“The best thing I can do is identify the leaders, empower them and equip them with resources,” she said.

“I want to be the person behind the people making things happen. I can help take them closer to where they want to be, with dignity and respect.”

She said that at times her most important role is to find NGOs (nongovernment organizations) and coordinate giving our tarps or taking a mobile clinic to a remote region.

She was asked to teach the teachers, so she ran children’s programs to model the theories and methods of modern teaching.

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News – When most of us think of socks, a common complaint is being unable to find a matching pair out of the laundry, but for many, just having a pair of clean, warm socks could mean a nice change from their day-to-day difficulties.

This is the thinking behind SOCKS Kingston, a new not-for-profit here in Kingston that collects new socks to distribute to those in need.

“Socks are something that people need, and something that gets overlooked quite often,” said Michelle Hiebert, founder and organizer of SOCKS Kingston.

“Socks are probably the most needed and least donated item.”

Hiebert began SOCKS Kingston in November of this year after searching for a way to get involved in the community. Having come to Kingston with her family in September of 2015, Hiebert was eager to meet people throughout the area, and to do something that would have an impact on those locally.

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nity spaces to see if they’d be interested in having a drop-off station on their premises where people can donate new socks.

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Leroux discovered that prior to 1970 girls did not go to school, so most of the women with whom she had contact were illiterate.

As children started to receive an education from newly trained teachers, women asked their leaders why children were allowed to learn, but they weren’t. The men in the community realized communities would get stronger if women were educated.

“For these men to say, ‘Let’s empower and educate the women’ was really counter-culture. Poor life is hard, but it didn’t need to be as hard as it was. Everyone understands that the community is better when women are empowered. That’s incredible, coming from the men.”

A large part of Leroux’s role has been to continue to teach the teachers, who now do what she first did. Last summer she decided not to visit Haiti.

“I was so happy that I’d taught myself out of a job,” she said. “The money I was going to spend on travel, I sent it for gas for motorcycles so teachers could travel to different communities year round. If I’d gone last summer, I would have been acting against my own words. I was telling them, ‘You can do it.’ I feel like my baby grew up and they’re now having their own babies.”

She said she was deeply moved by people calling her their mama.

“It was their term of endearment.”

One of the most moving experiences for her was seeing adults learn to write.

“Some adults couldn’t even print their own name,” she said. “It broke my heart. Do you know what a joy it brings to a person’s heart to print their own child’s name.”

For the past year, Leroux remained in Kingston, teaching core French at Welborne.

“I didn’t want to go back too soon,” she said. “I had confidence in them to take over the teaching and the projects.

I believe in what they are doing.”

But then came Hurricane Matthew.

Everything in the community of Les Cayes, where she had worked, was destroyed, Devastation reigned over Haiti. Again.

“One hundred percent of the houses were gone,” she said. “The livestock all drowned. Whole communities were homeless. It racks my heart with grief.”

She continued to believe that her most important role was in Canada, where she could impress on Canadians the need to help finance simple reconstruction programs in Haiti.

“People needed a roof over their heads and food in their tummies. I didn’t think I should be there. There’s not enough food or water. Foreigners swoop in and they are a burden. I

thought that sending money and staying here was the best thing to do. I organized tarps, tents and seeds online.”

One of the leaders of the Haitian community reached out and asked when she was coming. Leroux explained how she was sending money to help pay for labour on site. She wasn’t taking into account the fact that in addition to knowing the language, the people and understanding the communities, she could help coordinate efforts and bring logistical support, as well as inspiration.

It was a phone call from one of the community leaders that convinced her that it was time to return. He told Leroux that people’s lives will be saved if she returns and those people will die if she doesn’t.

“When a leader is out in front, they need to know others are not far behind.

All of their skin is in this game and they wanted my support behind them.”

Leroux knew she needed more than the two weeks she could offer over the Christmas break, so she approached the school board and was granted another unpaid leave of absence beginning in February.

She described heart-wrenching struggles of the Haitian people where rain has continued to ravage the hurricane-destroyed areas.

“There are mothers who are exhausted because they are trying to sleep standing up holding their babies

because there is no place dry to lie down and they don’t want their babies to lie on the cold, soaked ground.”

At the moment, education isn’t an issue; keeping people alive is.

“We need money for food or they won’t survive. We need to get them out of the rain, and we need to get a roof over their heads. Some people are getting the roof and then welcoming others who don’t yet have their own roof.

It’s really quite moving, the solidarity being built through desperation. Some people have lost all their clothes. A woman told me, ‘I would have nothing on if my neighbour didn’t give me her other dress. People are giving their own nothing to someone else who has less.”

As Linda Leroux prepares to return to Haiti in February, and as she leaves her own family behind for six months, she’s asking those of us who can help to do so. She said she has been thrilled with the support she has received from her own school community and the fundraising efforts that have already taken place.

Much more is needed. Financial donations can be sent to Vision Citadelle, 1192 boulevard Lesage, Laval, QC, H7E 4S4 or you can use the Paypal link on their site (visioncitadelle.org). She said that anyone making a donation needs to know that everything that is donated ends up helping at the ground level in Haiti. There are no admin costs.

“Some people have said they’d like their donation to go to provide chickens for families to raise; others want to make sure their donation goes toward blankets. Citadelle is the kind of organization where this is possible.”

A donation of $50 buys a family a goat; $15 gives them a hen; $16 provides two blankets; $25 gives a farmer a new start with seeds of corn, bean and potatoes; $50 provides food for a family for a week. You get the idea.

These are real things that people need, and we can provide them.

So, as Christmas fast approaches and you’re looking for the perfect gift, I can think of nothing better than a donation of funds to buy a blanket to keep someone warm or a chicken to provide eggs to help prevent starvation. Make the donation in lieu of a gift to someone you love. Tell them where the money for the gift went.

There are infants, children and parents in Haiti right now who don’t even have a manger to call home. Let the spirit of Christmas walk among us.

If you want to share in the true meaning of Christmas, there can be no better cause than this.

If you would like to get in touch with Leroux, send a message to info@ visioncitadelle.org and ask for it to be forwarded to her.

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Organization aims to warm hearts and toes Continued from page 16 Hiebert, who works full time, then spends her free moments going around to the drop-off locations and collecting all the donated socks.

Having reached out to any and all local shelters and organizations local that work to combat homelessness and aid those in need, Hiebert then distributes the collected socks to whichever agencies have responded to her. It’s early days yet, but thus far, Hiebert has four drop-off locations established, and is distributing socks to three different agencies – and she is hoping to expand those numbers greatly.

“I don’t have a lot of contacts in Kingston, so I’ve just been emailing community groups and shelters to find out who is in need,” she said, noting that she hopes that as SOCKS Kingston gains recognition, more agencies in need of socks will approach her.

“It’s the same thing with finding places that will collect the socks, but the places that have agreed to do it so far have been really great.”

First to join the movement was The Small Batch Café and Eatery on Princess Street downtown. Since then, three other businesses have joined SOCKS Kingston as collection sites: CHIC Hair and Esthetics Centre (King Street East), Kingston Chiropractic and Rehabilitation (Front Road), and Kingston City Hall.

In its one month in operation, SOCKS Kingston has collected over 100 pairs of socks, which Heibert has split up between the three agencies that have contacted her so far: Kingston Interval House, St. Vincent de Paul, and Martha’s Table.

“It’s a lot of work, but I want to make sure it’s as easy for people to donate the socks as possible. We don’t ask for money and we do all the legwork… we just want socks to give to those who can use them,” said Hiebert, who is receiving help only from her husband and son to collect and distribute the socks.

“In the next couple of weeks, my husband and I are going to try to hit the streets, too, to give out socks to anyone who might need them.”

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out Harry Potter Week at Bayridge, bringing in more than 200 pairs of socks – one student alone donated 70 pairs himself, Bankosky said.

“It’s a really cool idea because people don’t really think about socks.

They donate shirts and sweaters and coats, and all that sort of thing, but they never really think about donating socks,” she said, noting that she hopes to continue supporting SOCKS Kingston with future campaigns.

“I was really happy to find out about SOCKS Kingston, and to be able to help them out with SOCKS for Dobby.”

For Hiebert, collecting and distributing socks for those in need is a simple

way to make an impact, she expressed.

“There’s a lot of people here that… they’re just down on their luck.

They’ve just hit some rough times, you know, and they deserve a break,” she said.

“They deserve something as simple as a warm pair of socks.”

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Stage magic brings playful innocence to life This would be the time, while there are still some available, to get your tickets for Peter & the Starcatcher, opening in January at the Baby Grand Theatre. It’s going to start the 2017 theatre scene in Kingston with a bang. And a splash. And even some silly swashbuckling, along with a pixie-dustlike substance called star stuff.

Peter & the Starcatcher brings it magic to the Baby Grand Theatre from January 11–28.

The story is a prequel to Peter Pan. The script is masterful, and, from what I saw during a recent rehearsal, this cast understands and owns the story. This production will set high standards in local theatre for the rest of 2017.

When I spoke with director Maddy Schaefer Scovil a few months ago when the show was announced, but

prior to casting, she knew she needed topnotch actors to fill the demanding roles. “It’s the grown up prequel to the Peter Pan story,� said Schaefer Scovil. “It follows the story of an orphan boy who over the course of the play becomes the boy who never grew up that we all know as Peter Pan, perhaps in a way we’ve never imagined.�

In this imagining there’s magical star stuff.

Celia Keenan-Bolger, who played the role of Molly on Broadway, explained star stuff: “In the telling of this story, little bits of stars fall to earth and they are called star stuff,� said Keenan-Bolger. “Whoever touches star stuff becomes whatever they want to be. So if you are really evil and hungry for world domination then you get that. And if you want to stay a boy forever then you get that. A starcatcher’s job is to make sure that star stuff doesn’t get into the hands of the wrong people.�

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and rehearsals wrapping up for the Christmas break, Schaefer Scovil is confident in the show’s ability to enchant audiences. “I feel incredibly lucky with this cast,� she said. “We have such a kind, talented and dedicated group. This show is such an ensemble piece that you have to have a positive atmosphere. It’s going to be a lot of fun for the audience. I think everyone is going to find something to relate to. It’s something really great to be able to escape into for a while.�

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Council also identified all those projects that would have a budgeting effect particularly in 2017 allowing staff the time to work up numbers in advance of the budget meetings. This is a necessary process in all organizations to look at short and long term priorities, prioritize them into categories and then come up with a budget. It certainly does not mean that all projects can be met, primarily because of what the tax impact would be on the tax payer, the citizens of Frontenac Islands . It was interesting to note the increasing interest for accessibility with efforts underway by the township to provide an accessible washroom at the WI community Hall, behind the WI Town Hall, as well as a permanent ramp to access the building from Division Street in Marysville.

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in the Economic Planning category, that focused on present island businesses and developing businesses, for instance the micro brewery and on possible new businesses in keeping with the agricultural nature of the islands, maybe raising goats for milk? Who knows what could come of that ? The Howe Island foot ferry, the Simcoe docks and ferry, bubbler systems , how much gravel for roads, the Seniors project, a helipad, new equipment, policing, parking, ,Spit Head Road, the dangers of Road #7051 to Dawson Point, a lagoon, water, building refurbishment, and any number of other items came up as part of the planning for the 2017 budget meeting. Lots to think about. The first 2017 Frontenac Islands budget meeting takes place Jan. 4, 2017 at 1 pm at the Wolfe Island Town Hall.

Wolfe Island comes alive around Christmas… That’s right. First it’s with the Christmas Decorations that suddenly appear in Marysville. Then its more decorations and lights in the village and across the island joining with the red wind tower lights and those on the radio tower. The island churches prepare for Christmas, the Birth of Christ, through the four Sundays of Advent. And during those four weeks many lovely events happen. There was the Ecumenical Carol service this year, held at the WI United Church. School events take place as they do in most small communities.

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39 Club of Kingston - Fri. Dec.9. Music by Tim & Terrie at Mattâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place Legion 631, Main Hall at 4034 Bath Rd. at Collins Bay. 7:30-11:00 pm.

Singles and couples welcome. $10 per person $8 for members ,Q *RRG 7DVWH LV D Ă&#x20AC;QH GLQLQJ H[SHULence for single seniors and will meet at Fort Henry, for a candlelight dinner, 1 Fort Henry Drive, December 16 at 5:30 p.m. If interested to attend, please contact Norma at 613-5423622 or Nicole at 613-634-1966.

Kingstown Players performance of the musical pantomime, Sleeping Beauty written and directed by Steven Spencer.

This mischievously funny version will EH VXUH WR H[FLWH WKH ZKROH IDPLO\ 3HUformances take place Wednesday-Saturday evening at 7 p.m. with two Saturday matinees at 1:30 p.m. from Dec. 7 to 17 at The Rotunda Theatre, Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theological Hall, Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University.

Book early at kingstownplayers.com to avoid disappointment. Youth, senior and family rates available.

Kingston Humane Society - Christmas trees and fresh wreaths are on sale now until Dec. 24, or while supplies last. . They are $40 and wreaths are $25, with $10 from each purchase going to the KHS. For more information about holiday events, adoptable animals, and how you can support the kingston humane society visit their website at kingstonhumanesociety.ca Wilton Community Association Family Movie Night - Friday, Dec. 16, 6 WR S P VKRZLQJ WKH 3RODU ([SUHVV at Wilton Hall, 251 Simmons Road.

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The Cantabile Choirs present their annual Christmas spectacular, O Christmas Tree, on Friday Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., at Sydenham Street United Church, Kingston. Tickets are now available from the Cantabile office, online at http://www.cantabilechoirs.ca, Church Book Room and Long-McQuade Music. Thrill to the magnificent sounds of 270 voices, organ and instruments, in favorite carols and holiday songs. The beautiful candlelight concerts have become a Kingston tradition. Get your tickets early!

The Kingston Senior Choristers invite you to join them for their Christmas Concert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spirit of the Seasonâ&#x20AC;? Carols, and songs of hope and inspiration, will be offered for your enjoyment. Two concerts will be presented for your convenience. Friday, Dec.16 at 7.30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec.18 at 2 p.m. at the Bay Park Baptist Church,775 Progress Ave., Kingston. Tickets are available from any chorister, by calling 613-767-0673 to reserve for pickup, or at the door, if available. Adults $15, children under 13, $5 40th Annual Outdoor Nativity Free Christmas event featuring an outdoor nativity complete with live animals presented at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2245 Battersea Road, Glenburnie Ontario. Dec. 21 to 24. Show times: 6, 6:30, 7, and 7:30 p.m. (Note on Dec. 24 only 3 performances 6:30,7 and 7:30 p.m.)

Free hot chocolate. Donations for the food bank accepted and appreciated.A family tradition for many Kingston and area families.

Labyrinth Walk on Monday, Dec. 19 at Trinity United Church in Elginburg, 2170 Unity Road. Join us for this peaceful walking meditation in the midst of your busy holiday season.

Light refreshments after the walk. No charge. All are welcome. Walk begins at 7 p.m. Please bring socks for walking on the labyrinth. For more info, call (343)363-3303 Charlie Pritchard or email music@odessapc.com

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The PROVERBS Christmas Concert in Perth Road Village, Perth Road Sunday School Hall - Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. A Free Will Offering will be taken - Light refreshments to follow Everyone welcome. For info call: Dave at 613-353-1690 /HJLRQ %UDQFK /DGLHV $X[LOiary Dec. 18, Xmas Big Euchre 100 per cent payout Registration 12 to 12:45 p.m. (try to be there earlier if possible to ensure a spot) Play at 1 p.m. $10 per person Bring your own partner Everyone welcome Info 613-384-4982 St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral is holding two Christmas Day dinners for those who are alone this Christmas or for those who are unable to provide a Christmas dinner for themselves.

This year, in order to better reach those in need within our community, we will be providing Christmas Day dinners at two separate venues. One dinner will be held in the downtown core at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral Parish Centre, 260 Brock St. The other dinner will be held in Rideau Heights, Holy Family School, 114 Wiley St. Complete turkey dinners will be served at both locations from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at no charge.

For further information, you may contact: Ann Lyng, Pastoral Caring Programs, St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral H[W Spirit Renewal Ministries in partnership with Princess Street United Churchinvites you to a Blue Christmas Service Wednesday, Dec. 21, 7 S P $ UHOD[HG ZRUVKLS VHUYLFH IRU anyone who finds the Christmas season difficult, for whatever reason. Hot cider, coffee, tea, juice and cookies will be served following the service for those who wish to stay. All are welcome Emmanuel United Church Sharing Centre, Factory St, Odessa.

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Adults $7 Children 6 and under $3 3526 Princess Street 613-389-3883 St. Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral Advent Concerts continue on Thursdays to Dec. 15 from 12:15 to 12:50 p.m..

Admission is free, with a voluntary offering collected. The Cathedral is at 270 King St. E. (at Johnson) Call 613-548-4617 or visit www. stgeorgescathedral.ca or www.facebook.com/StGeorgeConcerts. Join us for a mid-day musical interlude!

Walk On is a free, indoor winter walking program that runs from November to the end of March. :LWK VL[ ORFDWLRQV LQ .)/ $ Walk On encourages walking for people of all ages and abilities in a safe, social environment. The program is drop-in, and there is no cost to participate. Visit www.kflaph.ca for the Walk On schedule, or call H[W The Hotel Dieu Hospital/St. Maryšs Cathedral Coat Drive is looking for donations of clean, down-filledstyle coats and ski jackets. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ODUJH DQG H[WUD ODUJH FRDWV DUH particularly needed. Items can be dropped off at the Sydenham St. entrance of Hotel Dieu Hospital during regular business hours, weekdays. For more information call H[W Bath Legion branch 623 : Every Monday - Shuffleboard, 6 p.m., $2 per play, Every Tuesday is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tasty Tuesdaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; -Buy one meal, get the second meal 50% off. (must be an entree, dine in only, drinks not included) Come enjoy lunch with a friend! Every Wednesday - Legion Breakfast. 7:00 am - 1:00 p.m.

Every Friday- lunch at the Legion, Good food, good company, 11:30am to 7:00pm, Every Friday - Friday night euchre, play starts at 7:30 p.m. Big Euchre Saturday December 17 - registration starts at 11 a.m., play starts at 12 p.m., $20 per team, Bath Legion Everyone welcome

Friday Night Bahaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;i Fireside â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Discussion: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Oneness of the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Religionsâ&#x20AC;? Friday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. at 99 York St. All are welcome. Further info:bahais@kingston.net Boomers Fitness 50+yrs . 50+Rock â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n Roll Fitness, including stretching and strengthening for enhanced mobility and strength. Monday evenings, Tuesday and Thursday Mornings. Join us any time for free demos and to learn more information . Call Dee 613-389-6540 for west end location.

One Parent Family Association is a single parent support group. Divorced, separated or never married, all single parents are welcome. Hosting weekly volleyball, Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at Cataraqui Woods Public School, 1255 Birchwood Drive, Kingston. Please email opfa.limestone@gmail.com or call Kim St. Onge at 613-331-6413 Christmas Bird Count for Kids! on Saturday, Dec. 17 at the Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Celebrate the Christmas season by counting birds and helping to conserve them through science. A hands-on indoor presentation and outdoor guided hike will introduce younger nature enthusiasts to birdwatching and winter bird diversity. Free, family-friendly event for ages 4 and up! Information: http:// elbowlakecentre.ca/events. Advance registration recommended: carolyn. bonta@queensu.ca or 613-353-7968 Holiday Lunch - Friday, Dec. 16, 12 noon Piano stylings and singalong with Linda Chapman. Enjoy a wonderful roast turkey lunch with all the trimmings, served in Hatterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cove.

Advance tickets only. $15/person. Location: 56 Francis St. Dec. 31 Golden Links Hall Harrowsmith Ring in the New Year with music provided by â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Monarchsâ&#x20AC;? $30 a person dancing 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Midnight buffet with bus ride home available. For tickets call 3722410 sponsored by the Odd Fellows & Rebekahs.

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Notice to Residents – Holiday Schedules Office Hours: Municipal offices will close at noon on December 23, and again on December 30. Offices will be closed on December 26, December 27, and January 2. To report an emergency involving roads or water or sewer service after hours, please call 613-5413202.

Collection Schedules: During the week of December 26-30, your garbage and recycling will be picked up one day later than usual.

If your regular day is Tuesday (Area 1), you will be picked up Wednesday, December 28.

If your regular day is Wednesday (Area 2), you will be picked up Thursday, December 29.

If your regular day is Thursday (Area 3) you will be picked up Friday, December 30.

Regular collection schedules resume on Tuesday, January 3.

Christmas Tree Pickup: Christmas trees may placed at the curb by 7 a.m. on Monday, January 9, for pickup by Public Works staff.

Please do not bag trees or place them on snow banks. You may also deliver your own Christmas tree to the Odessa Fairgrounds.

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A wonderful vendors’ market of mostly handmade goods for personal giving were sold, many with profits going to one special charity or another.

And, of course, Santa came to town in time for his own Santa Clause parade on the island. Finally a wonderful Christmas Pageant takes place Dec. 18th at the WI United Church, at 7 pm, with Christmas music and the retelling of the Nativity.

Special guests include Chris Brown, Tammy Repath, Vanessa Grant and more. Donations and non perishable food items will be collected for the local food bank. So here we are two weeks away…. Parents and grandparents are waiting for loved ones to come home. Children are looking forward to the holidays, and the Community Centre Board has announced that registration for all Winter Programs takes place

--Thursday December 15th, 4:307:30 pm at the WIPP. They are also looking for volunteers . The rink should be in full swing for the winter very soon with lights and a roof over top, so who can ask for anything more this Christmas!

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Around Town: The swans are still around, as are the thousands of Canada Geese who wander our fields…. The many deer venturing out onto the roads, even on the ferry road to Dawson Point, are making residents are very nervous as they drive home after dark.

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Dine out in Kingston and give back Continued from page 27

“Dine out Day has been happ ening in June for the past couple of years and last year we did it in December, but just with Milestones,” explained Vera Andrews, community relations and fund development co-

ordinator for Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Kingston, Frontneac, Lennox and Addington. “This year we decided to reach out to more restaurants and see if they were interested and luckily they were.”

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Funds generated from the event will go towards in school mentoring programs and traditional match programs at Big Brothers, Big Sisters, but funds will also be matched by a very generous donor.

We got funds from the Larry Gibson Estate and they are willing to match anything we raise in December up to $10,000,” said Andrews. “They did it for us last year too and we were keeping our fingers crossed that they would do it again.”

Last year, BBBS raised $4,000 in December so they are hoping they can really ramp up the fund raising this time around.

“The thing about going out for dinner

on this night is that you are not only supporting Big Brothers, Big Sisters, you are also supporting the local restaurants in Kingston,” said Andrews.

Andrews is also hoping that the Dine Out event will raise awareness about the need for both funds and volunteers at Big Brothers, Big Sisters.

“We have over 100 children on our wait list right now waiting to be matched with mentors and these funds can help with that,” she said. “We have limited resources and we also need more volunteers and we hope through this event we can get both.”

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“It’s been a chance to take one of the world’s favourite characters and explore what he was before he became the person we all know and love— how he grew and changed and made his place in Neverland.

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“Ultimately, we discovered that Peter’s inherent curiosity, his joy that stems from his friendships and acquaintances with people his own age, and hope for his own future despite his rough upbringing in the orphanage, are what makes him him,” said Parkins.

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character who doesn’t see the world through rose-coloured glasses but can still look up and reach for the stars.”

Cristina Goncalves, who plays multiple roles from dastardly to silly is just one of those who bring this fantasy to life.

“It’s not often that I get the chance to explore childlike creativity with others, especially in university,” said Goncalves. “Maddy has encouraged us to bring our most goofy, inventive, and spontaneous selves to every rehearsal and, as a performer, it has been one of the most rewarding processes. Many of us involved in the show are on the brink of change.”

She explained that for some cast members that means applying to university. For others it means graduation, “with the promise of adulthood on the horizon.”

So the cast itself is struggling in this world with the same issues they are presenting on stage.

“We are being faced with having to decide who we want to be and how we want to add to this world,” she said. “We are exploring these complex characters who are reflecting a lot of our own worries and fears of adulthood. I am in love with the idea of how we can grow and learn along with our characters. I know that if star stuff existed in

reality, I’d pursue the life of a full-fledged starcatcher because dreams are meant to be chased and authenticity deserves to be realized.”

This show is going to be pure magic. Under Schaefer Scovil’s direction, the talented cast will take you to another world. I already know I’ll be seeing this production more than once, for who does not enjoy a return to childlike wonder?

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Tickets for Peter & the Starcatcher are available in person at the Grand Theatre

From left, Lizzie Moffatt (Molly), Maureen Barnes (Prentiss), and Erin Hand (Ted) in a rehearsal of Peter & The Starcatcher. The show runs January 11–28 at the Baby Grand Theatre.

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That year was no different. My older and wiser sister Audrey, by the time we were into December, said any night now, the discussion would start over the Christmas tree. And she was right, as always. Mother started by saying she thought it was time we got the tree out of the bush at the back of the farm. Father, with the paper in his favourite spot by the Findlay Oval, never took his eyes off what he was reading, said "Plenty of time yet." Well, that started it!

"This year Albert, let's not have any argument, let's just get it up and out of the way, and then I can take my time getting the baking done." Father lowered the paper. "Now, would you mind telling me what the dang tree would have to do with yer baking?" And so it went. Audrey let out sighs that could be heard all over the kitchen, and she leaned over to me and whispered, "I don't know why they are even talking about it. Mother always wins." Father said, in his German home, the tree was never put up until Christmas Eve. Mother said, in her French Canadian home, it was put up as soon as the page on the calendar was turned to December. Father knew when he was losing an argument.

"Alright. Right after church tomorrow, we'll go and get the dang tree." My three brothers let out a war-hoop, Mother continued writing in her diaries, Audrey leaned over to me and said, "I told you."

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And so right after church, we changed into warm clothes, and headed into the bush. Audrey and Mother stayed home, getting the special meal ready we had every year on the day the tree was brought into the house. The tree chosen was a tall spruce, with thick branches, and by the time it was brought to the back door, it was caked with snow from dragging it over the fields from the bush. It took every ounce of strength for the boys to right it, while Father pelted it with the broom. The ice box had been shoved closer to the window, and the corner readied.

With many wires anchoring it to the door frame, the tree was put into a washtub full of water, and I just sat on a chair in the middle of the floor, filled with the utmost joy, because to me, the tree meant that Christmas was finally coming to Northcote.

And as always, our supper that night would be Mother's famous French Tourtiere, and Johnny Cake and Maple Syrup for dessert. Father laced the Tourtiere with homemade chili sauce, and of course, packed away lots of hot-from-the oven tea biscuits. That night Mother would pass up working on her diaries, and would get our her harmonica, and we'd sing Christmas carols. Alas, the singing always put Father to sleep where he again was sitting in his rocking chair by the stove.

Christmas, I finally knew was just around the corner. Soon when I came from school, I would be met with the wonderful smells of ginger cookies, cakes in a crock wrapped in spotlessly clean tea towels and laced with Father's home-made brew, and pumpkin pies ready to be tightly wrapped and put in the summer kitchen to freeze solid. I also knew that every day, just as Father predicted, a bit more of the spruce tree would be on the floor, waiting for Audrey to sweep it up and chuck it into the Findlay Oval, knowing full well, that by Christmas morning it would be a skeleton of what we brought in from the bush a few weeks before.

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Enjoy eastern water views of lake Ontario from this 3+1 bedroom elevated bungalow. This home features a gorgeous updated cooks kitchen with access to a multi tier deck and above ground pool in the fenced yard. Main floor bathroom bathroom has been recently updated, main floor includes 3 large bedrooms. Lower level features large family room with gas fireplace, 4pc bathroom, 4th bedroom and an office/den. This home also includes a separate entrance to the lower level making potential for a secondary income suite, or an in-law suite. Other improvements in recent years include; roof, and windows. Call today for a personal viewing.

119 HELLEN ST

One of a kind 2200 sq. ft. home on a mature 3.5 acre lot within easy reach of downtown. Gracious main level with custom wood finishings, stone fireplace, 9 ft ceilings, wood and tile floors. Open kitchen features an island as well as a walk in pantry. Large master with walk in closet, ensuite and balcony.

Clarke Griswald ladder up to the 3rd floor loft where you will find a great play room for the kids.

In floor heating throughout, HRV, main floor office space. Character, location, space, this has it all.

$179,500 291 OLD HAMBURG RD.

Find great value in this great 3 bedroom bungalow, perfect for downsizing couple or a young family.This home has received many updates in recent years and it shows inside and out. Great location walking distance away from all amenities including hardware store, convenience store, LCBO, & the beautiful Rideau Canal. Sitting on a large 130’x 201’lot with lots of mature trees which offers serenity and shade.You will be impressed with the space in the updated kitchen and large living room with original hardwood floors, the main floor bathroom has been updated, 2 bedrooms on the main floor have easy care laminate flooring. Upstairs is a large master bedroom room with pot lighting and storage space as well as beautiful pine floors. Freshly earth tone paint colors throughout. Other updates includeWindows‘12, vinyl siding & insulation‘15, 200 amp electrical on breakers. Call today for your personal viewing.

This great backsplit offers the perfect combination of amazing location, with a large city lot while boasting a fully updated, tasteful home. Sure, all the mechanicals (roof, windows, furnace) have been updated in the last 10 years but it is the open concept living room, dining room, custom kitchen that will really impress you! Add to that, hardwood floors throughout, large private deck off of the kitchen, finished basement with walk up to the rear fully fenced yard, included appliances, large paved driveway and you have a stunning property to call home.

$549,000 795 SAFARI DR

Serenely set on a private, 5+ acre lot, this brick victorian home has been thoroughly refurbished including a large addition containing a living room, office, family room, large 3 season room with stone fireplace and massive attached garage. Features include - large principal rooms throughout, douglas fir floors, cherry cabinetry and granite in the kitchen, spectacular main bath with glass shower, radiant in floor heating in the family and living rooms, garage roughed in for in floor heating, finished studio/exercise room above the garage, spacious covered porch wrapping around 2 sides, heated on ground pool with decking, large storage outbuilding with multiple bays.

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Located in coveted Ridgewood estates, this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home is fully finished top to bottom, the home has been extensively updated, and meticulously maintained. Some of the finer features include a stunning custom Rogan kitchen, large center island with raised breakfast bar. Soft close cabinetry, elegant lighting fixtures, and pot lighting installed. Wide plank hardwood flooring in the kitchen, dining and living rooms. Both bathrooms are updated, lower level bathroom includes a full 5` shower, with rain head shower, and tiled surround. Main floor bathroom includes a deep soaker jet tub. Rear yard is landscaped and includes a large 2 tier deck, and storage shed. Guys will love the oversized 1-1/2 car garage, which is insulated and has power, loads of storage space, and would make an amazing workshop. Other updates include; windows, doors, shingles, furnace, central vacuum and Central AC! Call today; this is the home you’re looking for.

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121 CHAMPAGNE CRESCENT, AMHERSTVIEW

$229,900

Stephen Lutz Sales Rep.

613-539-2542 lutz@sutton.com

New home with many builder upgrades, in-floor heat on the lower level vaulted ceiling in great room, tray ceiling in master, covered deck with BBQ hook up off Great Room attached garage with in-floor heat, paved drive, MLS® # 451312876 $349,900

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4631 CLARK RD, SOUTH FRONTENAC • 3834 Square Foot Home • 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath • Double Car Garage

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1450 BIRCHWOOD DR

MLS#360890881 $344,900 3+1 BEDS

2.5 BATHS

6190 BANK ST. VERONA

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MLS#361460014 $449,900

MLS#361390218 $319,900

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3.5 BATHS

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2 BATHS

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1454 EVERGREEN DR

4343 NOTRE DAME ST

MLS#360892578 $484,900 3 BEDS

2.5 BATHS

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